When the frost bites just right, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of gliding across ice on skates.
And if the cold is getting to you, warm up with this spicy restaurant entry to the Soho scene. Dash around from meeting to mingling in these comfortable, yet utterly stylish lace up boots, and plan ahead for your ski getaway, particularly if apres-ski or ‘spa-skiing’ is more your vibe. Here’s what we’re loving now and for the coming weeks in this Citizen Femme hotlist.
BOOK THIS Beaverbrook's Winter Ice Rink
Beaverbrook is thrilled to welcome back its much-loved winter ice rink, inviting guests from later this week (20 November 2025 to 1 February 2026) to glide, twirl, and revel in festive cheer amid the storybook charm of its Surrey estate. Residents can take to the ice whenever the mood strikes, while visitors can dive into the magic with Skate & Dine, pairing a 45-minute skate with a rink-side treat and a seasonal set menu across the estate’s restaurants—from British comfort at Mrs. Beeton’s to Italian warmth, Japanese finesse, and wood-fired favourites. Indulge in waffle sticks piled high with toppings, steaming hot chocolate, and mulled wine, while the indulgent Stay, Skate & Dine package turns a visit into a cosy winter escape complete with unlimited skating and spa time. New this year, Skate & Feast ups the festive ante with private rink access and an intimate WildKitchen dinner—heated tables, retractable roof, and all—perfect for families and friends getaways. Expect nothing less than sparkle, spirit, and deliciously festive indulgence.
STAY HERE Suvretta House, St Moritz
If après-ski and serenity are more your kind of winter escape, look to Suvretta House, whose newly revamped spa (reopening 5 December 2025) promises to elevate the alpine wellness experience. Perched high above the Engadine in St. Moritz, the legendary hotel has transformed its spa across three beautifully designed levels – introducing a graceful mix of sustainability, luxury and fresh mountain energy. Expect a spacious reception with a hair salon and nail bar, a yoga studio that opens onto a terrace overlooking snow-dusted peaks, and a cutting-edge fitness area. There’s a dedicated women’s sanctuary, steam baths and a sauna complex framed by breathtaking mountain views, plus outdoor cold plunge pools in a tranquil courtyard. On the upper floor, a 25-metre panoramic pool, children’s pool, outdoor Jacuzzi and a sunlit garden relaxation space complete the picture – all powered by renewable energy. It’s the perfect place to unwind long after the slopes close, blending timeless Alpine charm with next-level wellness.
WEAR THESE Scarosso boots
On frost-kissed mornings, the Scarosso Eva Nera boots emerge as a quiet powerhouse of winter elegance — both sophisticated and pragmatic. Handcrafted in Italy on a classic British last, these polished black calfskin boots make a striking counterpoint to softly layered knits or tailored wool coats. The five-eyelet-plus-hook lacing with round waxed cords evokes a utilitarian spirit, while the calfskin lining whispers luxury. A non-slip rubber half-sole ensures you can walk confidently come whatever weather with a subtle 2cm leather heel. Worn with high-rise trousers or a midi skirt and chunky knit, the Eva Nera becomes more than just footwear — it’s a style anchor for a winter wardrobe.
USE THIS Sips
Founded on the belief that great design can inspire healthier habits, Sips has quickly earned a reputation for crafting beautifully functional, playful, eco-friendly hydration essentials. This Christmas season, the brand brings a festive flourish to staying refreshed with its signature insulated water bottle—perfect for keeping you hydrated through every celebration, shopping dash, and frosty winter stroll. Its sleek, durable design keeps drinks perfectly chilled, and its sustainable credentials make it a thoughtful, feel-good gift amid holiday excess. Available in 11 different colourways, it slips neatly into your work or gym bag. Stylish, practical, and built for everyday joy, its the perfect hydration companion all season long.
DINE HERE TANGRA, Soho London
Soho’s culinary landscape just got a fiery new pulse with the arrival of TANGRA, a bold Indo-Chinese restaurant that fuses nostalgia, spice and late-night energy. Led by Executive Chef Nikesh Sawant (formerly of Mildreds), the menu reflects the spirit of Kolkata’s Tangra neighbourhood — the birthplace of this hybrid cuisine — with scratch-made sauces, smoky wok-fired dishes and inventive sharing plates like Himawan Sadeko Chick’n, Manchurian Kofta, Schezwan Rice, and a quirky Hakko (a Hakka–style taco made with paratha). The vibrant bar keeps the heat going, serving up cocktails including a Lychee Baijiu Sling, Rasgulla Espresso Martini and tropical Piña Kolkata, as well as lively non-alcoholic sips like a tangy No’Rita 0% (a non-alcoholic take on a margarita, with lime and India’s sweet, tangy kala khatta.) Expect a sensory mash-up of retro-futurist Mumbai and Soho swagger — neon signage, patterned floors, textured brick and hand-painted murals rich in mythology and colour. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to kick off the night as much as end it.
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